Conversion Adapter Mitsubishi PLC

Upgrade Tool
Precautions for Use Unit: mm[inch]
MELSEC-A MELSEC-Q Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller
(1) Module width Series module Series module
Since the module width is shortened (37.5mm to 27.4mm
[1.48inch to 1.08inch]) and the wiring area becomes smaller,
Upgrade Tool
confirmation of the size is required.
(2) Depth
Confirmation before mounting is required as the depth is
increased. Convenient Tool for Upgrading
MELSEC-A : MELSEC-A series
MELSEC-Q : MELSEC-Q series
37.5[1.48] 27.4[1.08]
from the MELSEC-A Series to the MELSEC-Q Series
Conversion Adapter Depth

ERNT-AQTX10
ERNT-AQTX40
ERNT-AQTX80
ERNT-AQTX41 ERNT-AQTX81
ERNT-AQTY10 ERNT-AQTY22
ERNT-AQTY41 ERNT-AQTY81
ERNT-AQTY40
ERNT-AQTY50
ERNT-AQTY80

143.9 166.2 165.3 165.3

[5.66] [6.54] [6.51] [6.51]
MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q
MELSEC-A MELSEC-A MELSEC-A MELSEC-A
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Drawing

130[5.12] 143.9[5.66] 130[5.12] 166.2[6.54] 140[5.51] 165.3[6.51] 140[5.51] 165.3[6.51]

UP UP UP UP
13.9 [0.55] 36.2 [1.42] 25.3 [0.99] 25.3 [0.99]

(3) Conversion Adapter Fixture, Base Adapter

The Conversion Adapter Fixture (sold separately) is required to use the Conversion Adapter. We also recommend using the Base
Adapter (sold separately) that allows the MELSEC-Q Series installation (without the need to drill additional holes) by using the
mounting holes for the MELSEC-A Series.

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Mounting Dimensions Unit: mm[inch] MELSEC-Q Series
(15)

• The vertical dimension is less than that of the MELSEC-A Series. (For details on the
CPU

200[7.87]

240[9.44]
width and depth of the modules, see "Precautions For Use" above.)
• Additional drilling of screw holes on the control panel is not required as the
mounting holes (4 locations) on the Base Adapter are at the same locations as the
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MELSEC-A Series Base Unit. C B (C)

25

A
Easy Upgrade to the MESLEC-Q Series
Base Adapter MELSEC-A Series
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A B C A B C
(25)

Model Base Unit Model MELSEC-A Series (reference) The Mitsubishi PLC MELSEC-A Series can be easily replaced with the MELSEC-Q Series.
ERNT-AQB38 480[18.89] 460[18.11] 10[0.39] A38B, A38HB 480[18.89] 460[18.11] 10[0.39]
ERNT-AQB68 466[18.35] 446[17.56] 10[0.39] A68B 466[18.35] 446[17.56] 10[0.39]
Power Supply

200[7.87]

Greatly Reduced Time and Cost for Wiring to I/O Modules

250[9.84]

ERNT-AQB58 411[16.18] 391[15.39] 10[0.39] A58B 411[16.18] 391[15.39] 10[0.39]

CPU

I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O

ERNT-AQB35 382[15.04] 362[14.25] 10[0.39] A35B 382[15.04] 362[14.25] 10[0.39]

ERNT-AQB65 352[13.86] 332[13.07] 10[0.39] A65B 352[13.86] 332[13.07] 10[0.39] By using the Conversion Adapter, existing wiring for the MELSEC-A series I/O modules can be used for the MELSEC-Q
ERNT-AQB55 297[11.69] 277[10.90] 10[0.39] A55B 297[11.69] 277[10.90] 10[0.39]
ERNT-AQB32 247[9.73] 227[8.93] 10[0.39] A32B 247[9.73] 227[8.93] 10[0.39] series modules. (Some power and common terminal connection must be changed.)
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ERNT-AQB62 238[9.37] 218[8.58] 10[0.39] A62B 238[9.37] 218[8.58] 10[0.39] C B (C)

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ERNT-AQB52 183[7.20] 163[6.42] 10[0.39] A52B 183[7.20] 163[6.42] 10[0.39] A The Base Adapter allows the MELSEC-Q series module installation utilizing the MELSEC-A series mounting holes. (No
additional drilling is required.)
ELECTRIC ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED
HEAD OFFICE: NIHONJISHO-DAIICHI BUILDING,1-13-5,KUDANKITA,CHIYODA-KU,TOKYO,JAPAN Re-use of PLC Programs
Precautions for Choosing the Products Existing programs can be re-used by changing the PLC type from the MELSEC-A to the MELSEC-Q series on the
For safe use
This catalog explains the typical features and functions of the Mitsubishi PLC This product has been manufactured as a general-purpose part for general industries, and has not been
Mitsubishi Electric s programming software GX Developer.
Upgrade Tool and does not provide restrictions and other information on usage and designed or manufactured to be incorporated in a device or system used in purposes related to human life.
module combinations. When using the products, always read the user's manuals Before using the product for special purposes such as nuclear power, electric power, aerospace, medicine or
and operaing manuals of the products. Mitsubishi will not be held liable for damage passenger movement vehicles, consult with Mitsubishi. Total System Support
caused by factors found not to be the cause of Mitsubishi; machine damage or lost This product has been manufactured under strict quality control. However, when installing the product where
profits caused by faults in the Mitsubishi products; damage, secondary damage, major accidents or losses could occur if the product fails, install appropriate backup or failsafe functions in the Feel free to consult us as we provide support services for system reconfigurations.
system.
accident compensation caused by special factors unpredictable by Mitsubishi;
damages to products other than Mitsubishi products; and to other duties.
New publication,effective Dec. 2004 ELECTRIC ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED
SAN C033 04ZA (0412)MEE Specifications subject to change without notice.
Product Outline Conversion Adapter

This upgrade tool includes the Conversion Adapter, Conversion Adapter Fixture and Base Adapter. The Conversion List of Selectable Models
Adapter changes the existing wiring for the MELSEC-A series I/O modules to the one applicable to the MELSEC-Q series.
Conversion Adapter
The Conversion Adapter Fixture fixes the bottom of the Conversion Adapter in place. The Base Adapter allows installation
Conversion Adapter
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
of the MELSEC-Q series using the mounting holes for the MELSEC-A series base unit. I/O
I/O Module Type I/O Module Type Model
Shape
Number of I/O
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
AX10 QX10 ERNT-AQTX10
QX40
AX40
QX40-S1 ERNT-AQTX40 Terminal block Terminal block
16 points
AX70 QX70 (20 points) (18 points)
AX80
MELSEC-A Series (large-size PLC, An, QnA) Upgrade MELSEC-Q Series *1 Input AX80E
QX80 ERNT-AQTX80
AX41 QX41
Terminal block FCN connector
AX41-S1 QX41-S1 ERNT-AQTX41
(38 points) (40-pin)
A61RP
AX71 QX71 32 points
A4UCPU
AX81 Terminal block D-Sub connector
QX81 ERNT-AQTX81
AX81-S1 (38 points) (37-pin)
AY10
AY11
QY10 ERNT-AQTY10
AY11E
AY11EEU
AY22 QY22 ERNT-AQTY22
AY40
QY40P
AY40P ERNT-AQTY40
AY70 QY70
2 AY50 QY50
Terminal block Terminal block
16 points
(20 points) (18 points)
1 AY60
QY40P
1 QY50 ERNT-AQTY50
3 AY60S
QY40P
QY50
Output
AY80
AY80EP
QY80 ERNT-AQTY80
AY60E
AY60EP
AY41
AY41P
QY41P Terminal block FCN connector
AY51 ERNT-AQTY41
(38 points) (40-pin)
AY51-S1 32 points
AY71 QY71
AY81 Terminal block D-Sub connector
Existing wiring for I/O Modules is utilized. AY81EP
QY81P ERNT-AQTY81
(38 points) (37-pin)

Notes 1) The I/O Modules and all Intelligent Function Modules (Analog Module, Positioning Module, Intelligent Module, Distribution Module,
etc.) shown in the table below must be re-wired as they do not support the Conversion Adapter.
1 Conversion Adapter I/O
Model
MELSEC-A Series I/O Module Type
Specifications Number of Points Model
MELSEC-Q Series I/O Module Type
Specifications Number of Points Number of Required Units
AX20 AC200-240V 16 points QX28 AC100-240V 8 points 2 units
AX11 (EU) AC100-120V 32 points QX10 AC100-120V 16 points 2 units
Input
AX21 (EU) AC200-240V 32 points QX28 AC100-240V 8 points 4 units
2 Base Adapter AX82 DC12/24V source type 64 points QX82 DC24V source type 64 points 1 unit
AY10A AC240V 2A independent 16 points QY18A
Allows installation of the AY11A AC240V 2A independent 16 points QY18A AC240V 2A independent 8 points 2 units
MELSEC-A Series Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q series base unit AY11AEU AC24V 2A independent 16 points QY18A

Project file programming software AY40A DC12/24V 0.3A independent 16 points QY68A DC5-24V 2A independent 8 points 2 units
using the mounting holes for AY20EU AC100-240 0.6A 16 points QY22 AC100-240 0.6A 16 points 1 unit
GX Developer Output AY15EU AC240V 2A 24 points QY10
the MELSEC-A series base AY13 (E) AC240V 2A 32 points QY10 AC240V 2A 16 points 2 units
*2
unit. AY13EU AC24V 2A 32 points QY10
AY23 AC100-240V 0.6A 32 points QY22 AC100-240 0.6A 16 points 2 units
AY72 DC5/12V 16mA 64 points QY71 DC5-12V 16mA 32 points 2 units
AY82EP DC12/24V 0.1A source type 64 points QY81P DC12-24V 0.1A source type 32 points 2 units
AX50 (-S1)
3 Conversion Adapter Fixture Input
AX60 (-S1)
AX31 (-S1) There are no equivalent modules in the MELSEC-Q Series.
Fixes the bottom of the AX81B
I/O composite A42XY
Conversion Adapter in place.
2) Existing wiring for the following I/O Modules can be used as it is.
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
I/O Remarks
I/O Module Type I/O Module Type
Input AX42 (-S1) QX42 (-S1)
Output AY42 (-S1/-S3/-S4) QY42P Some wiring must be changed for the AY42-S4.
*1: Confirmation before mounting is required as the width and depth of the modules change when the MELSEC-A Series is replaced with the MELSEC-Q Series. I/O composite AH42 QH42
For details, refer to the Precautions (page 4) of this catalog.
*2: Existing programs can be re-used by changing the PLC type from the MELSEC-A to the MELSEC-Q series on the Mitsubishi Electric’s programming software GX
Developer. Base Adapter
MELSEC-A Series Unit Model MELSEC-Q Series Unit Model Base Adapter Model Remarks
A38B, A38HB Q312B, Q38B ERNT-AQB38 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF12 or ERNT-AQF8 can
A68B Q612B, Q68B ERNT-AQB68 be used.
A58B Q68B ERNT-AQB58 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF8 can be used.
A35B Q38B, Q35B ERNT-AQB35 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF8 and ERNT-AQF5 can be
A65B Q68B, Q65B, Q55B ERNT-AQB65 used.
A55B Q65B, Q55B ERNT-AQB55 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF5 can be used.
A32B Q33B ERNT-AQB32
A62B Q63B, Q52B ERNT-AQB62 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF3 can be used.
A52B Q52B ERNT-AQB52

Conversion Adapter Fixture

Conversion Adapter Fixture Model Description Remarks
ERNT-AQF12 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 12 slots
ERNT-AQF8 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 8 slots The Conversion Adapter Fixture is required to use the
ERNT-AQF5 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 8 slots Conversion Adapter.
ERNT-AQF3 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 3 slots
Product Outline Conversion Adapter

This upgrade tool includes the Conversion Adapter, Conversion Adapter Fixture and Base Adapter. The Conversion List of Selectable Models
Adapter changes the existing wiring for the MELSEC-A series I/O modules to the one applicable to the MELSEC-Q series.
Conversion Adapter
The Conversion Adapter Fixture fixes the bottom of the Conversion Adapter in place. The Base Adapter allows installation
Conversion Adapter
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
of the MELSEC-Q series using the mounting holes for the MELSEC-A series base unit. I/O
I/O Module Type I/O Module Type Model
Shape
Number of I/O
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
AX10 QX10 ERNT-AQTX10
QX40
AX40
QX40-S1 ERNT-AQTX40 Terminal block Terminal block
16 points
AX70 QX70 (20 points) (18 points)
AX80
MELSEC-A Series (large-size PLC, An, QnA) Upgrade MELSEC-Q Series *1 Input AX80E
QX80 ERNT-AQTX80
AX41 QX41
Terminal block FCN connector
AX41-S1 QX41-S1 ERNT-AQTX41
(38 points) (40-pin)
A61RP
AX71 QX71 32 points
A4UCPU
AX81 Terminal block D-Sub connector
QX81 ERNT-AQTX81
AX81-S1 (38 points) (37-pin)
AY10
AY11
QY10 ERNT-AQTY10
AY11E
AY11EEU
AY22 QY22 ERNT-AQTY22
AY40
QY40P
AY40P ERNT-AQTY40
AY70 QY70
2 AY50 QY50
Terminal block Terminal block
16 points
(20 points) (18 points)
1 AY60
QY40P
1 QY50 ERNT-AQTY50
3 AY60S
QY40P
QY50
Output
AY80
AY80EP
QY80 ERNT-AQTY80
AY60E
AY60EP
AY41
AY41P
QY41P Terminal block FCN connector
AY51 ERNT-AQTY41
(38 points) (40-pin)
AY51-S1 32 points
AY71 QY71
AY81 Terminal block D-Sub connector
Existing wiring for I/O Modules is utilized. AY81EP
QY81P ERNT-AQTY81
(38 points) (37-pin)

Notes 1) The I/O Modules and all Intelligent Function Modules (Analog Module, Positioning Module, Intelligent Module, Distribution Module,
etc.) shown in the table below must be re-wired as they do not support the Conversion Adapter.
1 Conversion Adapter I/O
Model
MELSEC-A Series I/O Module Type
Specifications Number of Points Model
MELSEC-Q Series I/O Module Type
Specifications Number of Points Number of Required Units
AX20 AC200-240V 16 points QX28 AC100-240V 8 points 2 units
AX11 (EU) AC100-120V 32 points QX10 AC100-120V 16 points 2 units
Input
AX21 (EU) AC200-240V 32 points QX28 AC100-240V 8 points 4 units
2 Base Adapter AX82 DC12/24V source type 64 points QX82 DC24V source type 64 points 1 unit
AY10A AC240V 2A independent 16 points QY18A
Allows installation of the AY11A AC240V 2A independent 16 points QY18A AC240V 2A independent 8 points 2 units
MELSEC-A Series Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q series base unit AY11AEU AC24V 2A independent 16 points QY18A

Project file programming software AY40A DC12/24V 0.3A independent 16 points QY68A DC5-24V 2A independent 8 points 2 units
using the mounting holes for AY20EU AC100-240 0.6A 16 points QY22 AC100-240 0.6A 16 points 1 unit
GX Developer Output AY15EU AC240V 2A 24 points QY10
the MELSEC-A series base AY13 (E) AC240V 2A 32 points QY10 AC240V 2A 16 points 2 units
*2
unit. AY13EU AC24V 2A 32 points QY10
AY23 AC100-240V 0.6A 32 points QY22 AC100-240 0.6A 16 points 2 units
AY72 DC5/12V 16mA 64 points QY71 DC5-12V 16mA 32 points 2 units
AY82EP DC12/24V 0.1A source type 64 points QY81P DC12-24V 0.1A source type 32 points 2 units
AX50 (-S1)
3 Conversion Adapter Fixture Input
AX60 (-S1)
AX31 (-S1) There are no equivalent modules in the MELSEC-Q Series.
Fixes the bottom of the AX81B
I/O composite A42XY
Conversion Adapter in place.
2) Existing wiring for the following I/O Modules can be used as it is.
MELSEC-A Series MELSEC-Q Series
I/O Remarks
I/O Module Type I/O Module Type
Input AX42 (-S1) QX42 (-S1)
Output AY42 (-S1/-S3/-S4) QY42P Some wiring must be changed for the AY42-S4.
*1: Confirmation before mounting is required as the width and depth of the modules change when the MELSEC-A Series is replaced with the MELSEC-Q Series. I/O composite AH42 QH42
For details, refer to the Precautions (page 4) of this catalog.
*2: Existing programs can be re-used by changing the PLC type from the MELSEC-A to the MELSEC-Q series on the Mitsubishi Electric’s programming software GX
Developer. Base Adapter
MELSEC-A Series Unit Model MELSEC-Q Series Unit Model Base Adapter Model Remarks
A38B, A38HB Q312B, Q38B ERNT-AQB38 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF12 or ERNT-AQF8 can
A68B Q612B, Q68B ERNT-AQB68 be used.
A58B Q68B ERNT-AQB58 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF8 can be used.
A35B Q38B, Q35B ERNT-AQB35 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF8 and ERNT-AQF5 can be
A65B Q68B, Q65B, Q55B ERNT-AQB65 used.
A55B Q65B, Q55B ERNT-AQB55 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF5 can be used.
A32B Q33B ERNT-AQB32
A62B Q63B, Q52B ERNT-AQB62 Conversion Adapter Fixture ERNT-AQF3 can be used.
A52B Q52B ERNT-AQB52

Conversion Adapter Fixture

Conversion Adapter Fixture Model Description Remarks
ERNT-AQF12 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 12 slots
ERNT-AQF8 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 8 slots The Conversion Adapter Fixture is required to use the
ERNT-AQF5 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 8 slots Conversion Adapter.
ERNT-AQF3 Conversion Adapter Fixture for 3 slots
 Conversion Adapter Mitsubishi PLC
Upgrade Tool
Precautions for Use Unit: mm[inch]
MELSEC-A MELSEC-Q Mitsubishi Programmable Logic Controller
(1) Module width Series module Series module
Since the module width is shortened (37.5mm to 27.4mm
[1.48inch to 1.08inch]) and the wiring area becomes smaller,
Upgrade Tool
confirmation of the size is required.
(2) Depth
Confirmation before mounting is required as the depth is
increased. Convenient Tool for Upgrading
MELSEC-A : MELSEC-A series
MELSEC-Q : MELSEC-Q series
37.5[1.48] 27.4[1.08]
from the MELSEC-A Series to the MELSEC-Q Series
Conversion Adapter Depth

ERNT-AQTX10
ERNT-AQTX40
ERNT-AQTX80
ERNT-AQTX41 ERNT-AQTX81
ERNT-AQTY10 ERNT-AQTY22
ERNT-AQTY41 ERNT-AQTY81
ERNT-AQTY40
ERNT-AQTY50
ERNT-AQTY80

143.9 166.2 165.3 165.3

[5.66] [6.54] [6.51] [6.51]
MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q MELSEC-Q
MELSEC-A MELSEC-A MELSEC-A MELSEC-A
Upgrade Tool Upgrade Tool Upgrade Tool Upgrade Tool
Drawing

130[5.12] 143.9[5.66] 130[5.12] 166.2[6.54] 140[5.51] 165.3[6.51] 140[5.51] 165.3[6.51]

UP UP UP UP
13.9 [0.55] 36.2 [1.42] 25.3 [0.99] 25.3 [0.99]

(3) Conversion Adapter Fixture, Base Adapter

The Conversion Adapter Fixture (sold separately) is required to use the Conversion Adapter. We also recommend using the Base
Adapter (sold separately) that allows the MELSEC-Q Series installation (without the need to drill additional holes) by using the
mounting holes for the MELSEC-A Series.

[0.59]
Mounting Dimensions Unit: mm[inch] MELSEC-Q Series
(15)

• The vertical dimension is less than that of the MELSEC-A Series. (For details on the
CPU

200[7.87]

240[9.44]
width and depth of the modules, see "Precautions For Use" above.)
• Additional drilling of screw holes on the control panel is not required as the
mounting holes (4 locations) on the Base Adapter are at the same locations as the
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MELSEC-A Series Base Unit. C B (C)

25

A
Easy Upgrade to the MESLEC-Q Series
Base Adapter MELSEC-A Series
[0.98]

A B C A B C
(25)

Model Base Unit Model MELSEC-A Series (reference) The Mitsubishi PLC MELSEC-A Series can be easily replaced with the MELSEC-Q Series.
ERNT-AQB38 480[18.89] 460[18.11] 10[0.39] A38B, A38HB 480[18.89] 460[18.11] 10[0.39]
ERNT-AQB68 466[18.35] 446[17.56] 10[0.39] A68B 466[18.35] 446[17.56] 10[0.39]
Power Supply

200[7.87]

Greatly Reduced Time and Cost for Wiring to I/O Modules

250[9.84]

ERNT-AQB58 411[16.18] 391[15.39] 10[0.39] A58B 411[16.18] 391[15.39] 10[0.39]

CPU

I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O
I/O

ERNT-AQB35 382[15.04] 362[14.25] 10[0.39] A35B 382[15.04] 362[14.25] 10[0.39]

ERNT-AQB65 352[13.86] 332[13.07] 10[0.39] A65B 352[13.86] 332[13.07] 10[0.39] By using the Conversion Adapter, existing wiring for the MELSEC-A series I/O modules can be used for the MELSEC-Q
ERNT-AQB55 297[11.69] 277[10.90] 10[0.39] A55B 297[11.69] 277[10.90] 10[0.39]
ERNT-AQB32 247[9.73] 227[8.93] 10[0.39] A32B 247[9.73] 227[8.93] 10[0.39] series modules. (Some power and common terminal connection must be changed.)
[0.98]

ERNT-AQB62 238[9.37] 218[8.58] 10[0.39] A62B 238[9.37] 218[8.58] 10[0.39] C B (C)

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ERNT-AQB52 183[7.20] 163[6.42] 10[0.39] A52B 183[7.20] 163[6.42] 10[0.39] A The Base Adapter allows the MELSEC-Q series module installation utilizing the MELSEC-A series mounting holes. (No
additional drilling is required.)
ELECTRIC ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED
HEAD OFFICE: NIHONJISHO-DAIICHI BUILDING,1-13-5,KUDANKITA,CHIYODA-KU,TOKYO,JAPAN Re-use of PLC Programs
Precautions for Choosing the Products Existing programs can be re-used by changing the PLC type from the MELSEC-A to the MELSEC-Q series on the
For safe use
This catalog explains the typical features and functions of the Mitsubishi PLC This product has been manufactured as a general-purpose part for general industries, and has not been
Mitsubishi Electric s programming software GX Developer.
Upgrade Tool and does not provide restrictions and other information on usage and designed or manufactured to be incorporated in a device or system used in purposes related to human life.
module combinations. When using the products, always read the user's manuals Before using the product for special purposes such as nuclear power, electric power, aerospace, medicine or
and operaing manuals of the products. Mitsubishi will not be held liable for damage passenger movement vehicles, consult with Mitsubishi. Total System Support
caused by factors found not to be the cause of Mitsubishi; machine damage or lost This product has been manufactured under strict quality control. However, when installing the product where
profits caused by faults in the Mitsubishi products; damage, secondary damage, major accidents or losses could occur if the product fails, install appropriate backup or failsafe functions in the Feel free to consult us as we provide support services for system reconfigurations.
system.
accident compensation caused by special factors unpredictable by Mitsubishi;
damages to products other than Mitsubishi products; and to other duties.
New publication,effective Dec. 2004 ELECTRIC ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED
SAN C033E 04ZA (0412)MEE Specifications subject to change without notice.